2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Kangoo | 2001 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Kangoo | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
